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Cannabis Dispensary Shifts Location to North Adams
A familiar North Berkshire cannabis shop opened its doors in North Adams.
Lt. Maddalena Named Chief of Police in Pittsfield
The city has a new police chief in Marc Maddalena, a more than 25-year member of the force and head of its traffic unit.
North Adams Planners OK MCLA Arts Center, Italian Restaurant
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts' new arts center was given the go-ahead by the Planning Board on Monday.
A New Cafe is Welcoming People in Downtown Pittsfield
A local catering business is opening its Dunham Mall location to offer lunch and breakfast.
'Into Light': Addressing Addiction One Portrait at a Time
The "Into Light" exhibit is sketching a new path toward transforming the conversation around addiction — one portrait and story at a time.
Northern Berkshire EMS Restocks North Adams Veterans Food Pantry
Northern Berkshire EMS Transport Divisions and their community partners helped gather some $1,000 to $1,500 worth of suplies.
Berkshire County Firefighters Graduate from Mass Firefighting Academy
The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy this week graduated 45 firefighters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training Program, including six Berkshire County firefighters.
Adams Board Dismisses 'Dangerous' Case Against Penny
Charges of aggression against Penny the hound were dropped on Wednesday after her appearance at the Board of Selectmen resulted in licking faces, and a little whining.
Adams Outdoorsmen for Youth Mark 50 Years
Some 200 or so people lined up on Saturday night for a taste of moose meatloaf, deer roast, salmon and turkey pot pie.
Sweetest Season: Maple Sap Flowing in Massachusetts
Surrounded by local maple producers and community members, Agricultural Commissioner Ashley Randle drilled a hole in a maple tree to release a true sign of spring — drops of sap.
Friday Front Porch Feature: A Luxurious Home for Hosting
Our Friday Front Porch is a weekly feature spotlighting attractive homes for sale in Berkshire County. This week, we are showcasing 65 Johnson Road.
Berkshire Running Foundation Hosts Steel Rail Race Training Program
The Berkshire Running Foundation this week announced the launch of its free MountainOne Steel Rail Race training program, a 10-week community training series designed to prepare runners and walkers for the upcoming races.
Companion Corner: Mace at Second Chance Animal Shelter
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
Love of T Foundation Peer Support Program Keeps Expanding
The Love of T Foundation has consistently grown its peer support program over the last few years, reaching almost 900 people in 2025.
CBRSD Member Towns Will See Higher Assessments
Despite budget cuts made by Central Berkshire Regional School District, its seven member towns can still anticipate higher assessments.
Jewish Federation of the Berkshires: Resilience and Renewal
This in-person event will be held at Temple Anshe Amunim, 26 Broad Street in Pittsfield.
Wisdom & Cinncinatus Lodges Donate to Berkshire Humane Society
Two local Grand Lodges of Massachusetts selected the Berkshire Humane Society for their charity donation.
North County Biosolid Waste Costs Jumping Up in Fiscal Year 2027
Sewage disposal fees for North Adams, Clarksburg and Williamstown residents are set to rise 17 percent in fiscal year 2027 because of the cost of compost disposal incurred by the Hoosac Water Quality District.
Dance Fundraiser to Support Boston Children’s Hospital
The event will support local business owner Tony Riello, who will run April's Boston Marathon as part of the hospital's Miles for Miracles team.
Veteran Spotlight: Air Force Lt. Col. Peter Uchmanowicz
Peter Uchmanowicz served his country for 24 years in the Air Force and Air National Guard, retiring as a lieutenant colonel.
MassMoCA: Nature Public Symposium, Tree Pep Rally
Contemporary Nature: Tending the Garden is a public symposium featuring a keynote by writer and philosopher Báyò Akómoláfé that poses questions for our ecological future.
Companion Corner: Banner at Berkshire Humane Society
iBerkshire's Companion Corner is a weekly series spotlighting an animal in our local shelters that is ready to find a home.
